10-2

Posted at 12:35 pm on Dec 3, 2018

This prediction was made with the belief that Brandon Wimbush would be our QB for the whole season, and that he would have developed into a more serviceable quarterback. I figured on our dropping 2 of 4 between Michigan, Stanford, Florida State, and USC.

My belief was that we would still end up in a NY6 bowl (no playoffs), and have a fair chance of winning it.

I felt pretty optimistic about the defense, that they would be running a familiar scheme, and that another year of development, as well as strength and conditioning, would make them stronger than last year's.

I didn't count on the following, though:

1) Brian Kelly finally having the fortitude to replace Wimbush with Book, and open up the entire offense.
2) The development of our WR / TE corp as a result of the above
3) Stanford having Bryce Love at a 80% strength, at best
4) Willie Taggart making FSU stink even more
5) USC not having developed along the way as expected

It's tougher for ND, for sure. But it could happen. Example on the board: if ND only loses to UGA

Posted at 10:50 am on Dec 3, 2018

. . . next year in Athens, but otherwise wins out. And if UGA is as good as expected (possible #1). I could see a 1-loss ND getting in. Depending on what else happens, obviously. Things would have to fall into place.

From earlier in the season...

Posted at 10:09 pm on Dec 2, 2018

Michigan will be the game that sets the tone for the entire season, just like Texas 2 years ago, this game is going to make or break the year. A big win here, I would dare to say that they should win 11 and maybe 12. A close win, 10-11 is realistic. A close loss, 9-10. A big loss, 8-9. I hope the team comes out hungry, motivated, and angry.

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I believe my prediction was 11-1 and I also stated that ND

Posted at 9:59 pm on Dec 2, 2018

would win a natty this year—back before the season started. I am sticking with my fearless prediction as I believe our fellas are strong on both O and D but not so much on STs. I hope the ST deficiencies don’t hinder our progress. So far, what an awesome season this has been and one, I believe, to be remembered for the ages. GO IRISH GO!!